#Alive (2020)

Fun for an evening

I liked it and probably will watch it again a few times with friends or family.

Didn't blow my mind, but I especially cherished how they used the "kids now only think of using their phones" and turned it into something positive for the film.
It's not the kind of movie that portraits extreme violent/action moments, so if that's what you're looking for, better watch another movie.

Story: Was good, can get kind of boring by half the movie, but quickly recovers.
Acting: Probably the best part, they did a good job portraiting each character and their motives to do what they do.
Music: Didn't stick out, just finished it and can barely remember anything from it.
Rewatch Value: Probably for a few more times after never watching it again.
Overall: Give it a try if you like movies that go further than a few explosions and focus more on character development/story.

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Minimal yet effective

It's a bit of "Home Alone" with zombies. Almost the entire film happened in one location (Joon-woo's apartment), and we get a sense of how lonely it was for him. My eyes were glued to the screen watching this. The introduction of the character Yoo-bin brought a breath of fresh air into the film, and the interaction between the two was great to watch. I don't think there's anything new in this film though, as this is very similar to a French zombie film “The Night Eats the World", but it's still very gripping in its execution that you can't help but grip the edge of your seat while watching this. Effective use of moments of silence, dark environments, narrow hallways as well as the building's setup. It was a great watch.

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It’s more like a parody of a zombie movie

If you like actual good zombie dramas and movie this is not it. I watched this a couple months ago but I still think about how bad it is. The plot is very slow and boring. They barely talked, I had to watched it on 2x speed. The characters are so stupid, I mean that’s pretty typical for zombie dramas but still annoying. And finally the worse part for me is the zombies themselves. Honestly I could’ve acted like a better zombie not trying. They were practically humans with makeup on, and wayyyyyy too smart in a bad way. It literally felt like a parody of a zombie movie the way they were acting. Everytime I watch ppl recommend this movie I laugh bc there’s no way if you actually had good taste in zombie media you’d like this. BUT to each their own?‍♀️

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Our ML woke up one day amidst chaos. The news reported of an outbreak that turned human into basically, zombies. It will probably take the government about 60 days or so to contain the problem and all our ML had to do was survive.

Nothing new on zombies. They're practically blind with good hearing. And they moved fast unlike some theory that zombies moved at snail pace.

Our ML had limited food supplies and no sense of survival. However, as days past and one after another problems arises, he realised the gruesome matters.

The 2nd half of the movie was the turning point for our ML when he found out he wasn't the only survivor in that area. His survival sense kick in albeit a bit clumsy.

With no food, water, electricity, wifi or connection from the outside world, both ML and FL decided to move to the 8th floor of the apartment complex.

I was rooting for them. The 8th floor indeed look untouchable. It was clean with no zombies. However, another problem arose. And the movie could do without that problem. I was rolling my eyes and thank God our FL was not a damsel in distress.

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The beginning gave me Shaun of the Dead vibes. Everything starts off seeming fine and then bam... not fine. There's zombies everywhere. Though they seem much more like people on bath salts than zombies... or at least what we know of usual zombies.

I liked that this movie was more focused on the two survivors and how it feels to be stuck inside, alone while an apocalypse is happening... the dread of not knowing if you'll survive or not... the feeling of loss and hopelessness but then the hope that comes when you're at the end and ready to end it all but then something good happens to make you want to fight for life again.

Unlike most zombie movies which are simply scary and meant to give you good gore and such and that are about the actual end and not if you die, but when you'll die, I really liked that this was the opposite. Hope, the will to live and doing whatever it takes to survive... different from most zombie movies and to me that's what makes it so darn good.

This movie was so good and I'm glad I watched it! I recommend it to anyone who is thinking of watching it.

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my opinion

the production was good, I can't complain .
I also say that the performance was incredible, it would be a sin if I complained.

I love the actors, I loved the characters.

Of course, not everything is perfect, I can't lie, but what a drama that doesn't have a single flaw.

So in conclusion, I recommend...

I say it's worth watching, maybe it's bad for some, but for me it was good.

This is just my opinion, you better watch it and have your own opinion.

I don't know what to say, because I think everyone has their own opinion.

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one of the best films I've watched in this quarantine!!

aku nonton film ini kira-kira di bulan agustus dan suka banget!! at that time aku lagi stress banget karena pandemi ini dan nyoba nonton ini karena pemainnya yoo ah-in sama park shinhye.

ngeliat gimana stressnya junwoo gak bisa keluar rumah karena ada zombie dan gak bisa berinteraksi sama manusia lain bikin ngerasa relate banget dengan keadaan kita di masa pandemi.

dan ya, ada beberapa pertanyaan yang belum terjawab buat aku kaya "gimana cara bapak di lantai 8 ngasih makan istrinya selama ini?" dan lain lain tapi overall gak ganggu banget ke ceritanya sih.

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If you've got an hour to spare.

I stumbled across #Alive one day on Netflix and was drawn to the cast since I've got a soft spot for Park Shin Hye and Yoo Ha In has been in some great dramas. I loved the acting and desperation throughout the movie, but other than zombie apocalypse it doesn't scream ANYTHING else to me. It was a decent time filler if you are flipping through Netflix and does not require too much if any brain power.

I wish Korea (and asian countries in general) gave more light to the movie scene compared to full length dramas because sometimes I really need a two hour movie to scratch the itch, but this unfortunately didn't fill the shoes.

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rlly good

it was a really good zombie/apocalypse movie! i loved the characters, how their relationship developed, and how perfect they were as a team, also personally i liked how the writers made an interesting kdrama without romance. the sfx were really good and i was hardly ever bored while watching (i get bored very easily). Although I do have to say it was very very similar to Sweet Home, like REALLY similar, but i still enjoyed it (although i liked Sweet Home better). the storyline wasn't very complicated, i would probably have to say it was too simple for my liking but since it was almost "easy watching" it was great to just grab a few snacks and watch without having to think too much. there were a few plot twists and tense parts but you knew what was going to happen because it was such a simple storyline. overall it is definitely worth a watch if you like horror/apocalypse themes shows with little to no romance.

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A "#Alive" Review

Zombie Execution: Korea’s ability to portray zombies effectively is commendable. Their attention to detail, including the concept of muscle memory for the undead, adds depth to the horror experience.

Story Strength: While I appreciated the overall storyline, the ending left me wanting more. It lacked the suspense I anticipated. Perhaps a weightier final act could have elevated the film.

Acting: The performances by the cast were praiseworthy. However, Yoo Ah In’s grunting felt unnecessary. On the other hand, Park Shin Hye’s acting was consistent with my expectations.

Pacing: Unfortunately, the movie’s pacing didn’t impress me. It wrapped up too swiftly, leaving room for more exploration. Imagining them fighting together in different settings or delving into her past before reaching the 8th floor could have added intensity and depth.

Tone-Setting: The movie’s strong beginning effectively set the tone, drawing me into its world of suspense and horror.

Overall Rating: Movie took multiple viewings for me to really enjoy it. Despite its flaws, I still rate it an impressive 7.5 out of 10. A solid recommendation for those seeking an intriguing zombie flick.

If you’re interested in exploring more South Korean zombie movies, consider checking out other gems like “Train to Busan” and “The Wailing”. These films showcase the country’s prowess in the undead genre and offer fresh perspectives on familiar tropes. ?‍♂️?

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A holey drama with Zombies.

I don't think that this movie knows what it wants to be. It wants to be a zombie movie but not enough time is spent killing zombies. They are a dangerous element that exists outside but not much of a threat indoors. Although the characters are forced to go outside eventually, the build-up to that decision happens much too quickly. The whole thing just left me with more questions than anything. How do you survive 20+ days with barely a week's worth of food and no water? How does one watch the news on their television with no electricity? How do you post videos online when there's a network outage and simple messages aren't even coming through?
Anyway, as far as zombie movies go, I would say that this movie is okay.

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Small Space and small Cast

The use of this very small space and this very small cast of actors is the incredible thing about this movie. It doesn't need a huge cast to make an impact and the directors and actors did such an incredible job utilizing these very few resources. I've been into Zombie movies when I was younger but very quickly realized that a lot of them don't have any real depth and the struggle that is being portrayed feels "fake" - this movie is an excellent opposite of all that I've just mentioned. All in all it's not necessarily a typical zombie movie, but it is worth watching, especially when you are not totally keen on the typical zombie movies.

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